Here's Why Your Knee Hurts - Knee Pain Problems & Types by Location

Jeffrey Peng MD
Jeffrey Peng MD
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Published 2023-09-16
I help you identify the cause of your knee pain by location:
Quadriceps tendon
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral arthritis
Prepatellar bursitis
Patellar tendon
Infrapatellar impingement
Medial arthritis
Meniscus tear
MCL sprain
Pes anserine bursa
Lateral arthritis
IT band
Common peroneal nerve
Baker’s cyst
Trigger points

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► ABOUT ME

Jeffrey Peng MD is a nonoperative orthopedist and sports medicine specialist. He created a YouTube channel and blog to translate cutting edge medical knowledge and clinical research to benefit all those looking to live an active and healthy lifestyle. He focuses on maximizing non-surgical treatments for sports injuries and orthopedic conditions. He specializes in using orthobiologics and ultrasound guided minimally invasive techniques to treat osteoarthritis, tendinopathies, and musculoskeletal disorders.

Dr. Peng is board certified in sports medicine and family medicine. He completed residency with the Stanford family medicine residency program and completed his sports medicine training with the Stanford primary care sports medicine fellowship in San Jose. He is an active faculty member for both programs and is excited about training the next generation of physicians.

Dr. Peng’s sports medicine clinic is located in Campbell, California.
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All Comments (21)
  • @arthurjeremypearson
    Your thumbnail has each area labeled with a letter, and then you completely abandon that in the video itself. I have a problem in area e and you never said area e
  • @davidstrong8524
    You explain things better than anyone I’ve ever seen or heard. Thank you
  • @ABab-jf2jb
    Clear and concise info that covers all issues with the knee.
  • @MsVivian99
    Best advice and information I’ve come across. Thankyou !,
  • @jenmal898
    This is such a helpful video!!! Thank you so much for sharing ❤😊
  • @angelatrebor8681
    Thank you for your expertise and providing extra helpful information regarding our knees. You're great for explaining extra details that other Doctors and Medical Professionals don't mention, affecting/ involving the knee. Thank you again for your help.
  • @pweeloco510
    Man this doctor it's the real deal ,well explained and gives good advice not like others that want to go straight to replace your knee ...
  • @Joyful-gu5bj
    Your explanation is great. I totally understand now. Thank you n God bless you.
  • @BaneLoki
    Thanks for this video. Helped me figure out I have a medial meniscus tear
  • @estelleadamski308
    Last yr. I injured my knee, my DR was surprised I didn't have significant arthritis. MRI showed complex meniscus tear, Baker's cyst and a bone contusion & loose bodies I tried all the conservative measures w/no lasting relief, so 6 mos. later I had a partial meniscectomy & loose body removal. My knee still hurts, 4 mos. after surgery But now my other knee hurts really bad. All around the knee is painful, no swelling, a lot in back of the knee, the pain is 10/10 at times. I'm taking Tylenol. I'm headed back to my Ortho. Enjoyed the vides Thks!
  • @jim-ry3eq
    Great summary. What do you do to treat a Baker's cyst?
  • @tassyp3485
    Thank you God bless you! Finally something I can do to help myself. I think my hip has contributed to this pain.
  • @harrok38
    Most helpful video and explanation!